The drive from the airport offers an incredible glimpse into how this city has become the thriving capital of the UAE. The robust modern infrastructure goes beyond just apartments, hospitals, and parks. It includes ports, massive

W15 Collection is proud to announce the launch of W15 Glenfall, a stylish boutique mountain lodge in Sri Lanka’s central highlands. Designed to capture the spirit of Nuwara Eliya with a modern touch, W15 Glenfall offers a refined

Treat Dad to extravagant meals filled with bubbly delights or satisfy his sweet cravings with a selection of exquisite culinary creations.

The University of Peradeniya alumni who joined the Faculty of Science in 1975 reconvened in June this year to celebrate their golden jubilee. The main event took place on June 8, 2025, at the upper theatre of the Department of

In this thought-provoking and visually rich session, internationally celebrated wildlife photographer and Sony International Brand Ambassador, Lakshitha Karunarathna, takes the audience on a journey that bridges art,

On the evening of June 7, 2025, the MJF Centre Auditorium in Katubedda, Moratuwa, transformed into a powerful symbol of inclusion, determination, and musical brilliance. The debut performance of Bright Light—Sri Lanka’s first

The Sri Lanka UK Society celebrated the King’s Birthday Banquet in a very grand manner at The Kingsbury Colombo. Vathani Ponnampalam, President of SLUKS brought it back to its glory with many distinguished guests attending the

Fusion of Moods- The Final Chapter, an exhibition of the work in remembrance of the late Vickum Senanayake is being organized by his family and friends to mark what would have been Vickum’s 57th birthday and will be open to

An unforgettable fusion of fine dining and operatic elegance unfolded at Galle Face Hotel’s 1864 Limited Edition during ‘An Opera Dinner with Gehan Cooray’, recently. Guests were serenaded by the internationally celebrated Sri

Tucked between the legendary leopard territory of Yala and the serene wilderness of elephant roaming Lunugamvehera, Weerawila sits at the heart of Sri Lanka’s Deep South—perfectly placed for those chasing

Today on Buzz with Danu, I spotlight a marketplace that’s doing more than just selling products—it’s selling purpose. Athwela Marketplace brings together Sri Lankan artisans, survivors, and change-makers to create

Hollywood actress Kim Novak, 92, best known for portraying the double life of Alfred Hitchcock’s heroine in “Vertigo”, has been awarded Venice’s lifetime achievement award, the film festival said on Monday.

Over the weekend of May 31st and June 1st, 2025, Oscar-nominated Indo-Canadian filmmaker Deepa Mehta launched Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts’ inaugural “Signature Weekends” – a series of curated events and immersive experiences designed to celebra

Back in 2004, a 17-year-old Sripali caught the 2 AM bus from Kandy to Colombo for cricket practice every day for a year. In 2024, she carries that same determination to her ladies-only gym: Rebuild. The discipline is the same, only

What if the future of art isn’t bigger and larger in scale, but more intimate and meaningful? ARTRA Experientials, a forthcoming series of exhibitions and art walkthroughs will be taking place in the intimate settings of private collector’s

The science of Feng Shui and Vaastu takes into account the energies radiating from the four compass directions viz., North, East, South and West and it explains in a simple and effective way the selection of site, construction and

We set off early from Colombo by van to Jaffna and complete the journey in seven hours. It is my sixth visit to the city on the northern tip of Sri Lanka. Previous journeys have been by train, car, van and two times flying. One of these was

In a world where ability is often defined by visibility, Bright Light is rewriting the narrative- note by note. Under the guidance of musician and educator Melantha Perera, this all-blind band is preparing for their debut performance on

Kotmale Sri Lanka recently launched its new brand campaign, “Nourishing Our Nation,” reaffirming its commitment to uplifting rural smallholder farmers, supporting sustainable dairy farming practices, while delivering high-quality dairy

The Turkish Embassy recently held a Turkish Breakfast at their residence on occasion of World Breakfast Day. The intimate gathering blended culture, cuisine, and conversation around a vibrant, colorful spread.

TEDxColombo 2025 took place at the Nelum Pokuna Theatre with over 900 attendees and one compelling idea, ‘MADness’. The main speakers included Jason Rajasinghe, Vickum Nawagamuwage, Anya Ratnayake, Yevan David,

In a year already marked by remarkable global achievements for Sri Lanka, Sashane Dassanayake added another prestigious accolade to the nation’s name with a resounding victory at the 2025 International Public Speaking

By definition Potpourri is a combination of flower petals, spices and sweet smelling herbs resulting in a delicate fragrance that spreads a sensually pleasing and pervasive aroma around. Let me apply this word to the news we

The National Association for Canoeing and Kayaking in Sri Lanka (NACKSL), in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports, the Chinese Embassy, and the Amateur Rowing Association of Sri Lanka (ARASL), proudly presented the

The Gratiaen Trust, in partnership with John Keells Foundation, announced the winners of the 32nd Gratiaen Prize for English creative writing and the H.A.I. Goonetileke Prize for Literary Translation. These awards, which were presented

Sheranee and Wigna Sellamuttu’s 60th wedding anniversary celebration luncheon was a vibrant affair with many of Colombo’s elite attending. Friends and family gathered in a tasteful event held at the JAIC Hilton. Heartfelt speeches

In the South Asian context, childless couples are often subject to social scrutiny. While fingers are usually pointed towards females, blaming them for being infertile, a growing number of cases reveal that males too could become

Weerawila is a popular attraction, largely due to the stunning Weerawila Lake. This magnificent lake lies along the A2 highway, commonly known as Galle Road—well beyond not just Galle, but also Hambantota.

There’s a special kind of thrill that hits you the moment your plane touches down in a new country — and on the 14th of May, as I flew in with Turkish Airlines, that thrill came wrapped in excitement, slight jetlag, and the best